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Kern River Valley Cemetery District District Manager in Wofford Heights, California
Cemetery District Manager
The District Manager is the operations manager of the Kern River Valley Cemetery District. This individual is in charge of managing the office, cemetery grounds and activities of the cemetery.
The District Manager may also coordinate workflow, oversee and manage a harmonious interaction between cemetery personnel and is the representative of the Cemetery District towards the public.
The District Manager is under the direct supervision of the Board of Trustees and is responsible for the implementation of, and adherence to Board policies, rules, regulations and laws that govern public cemeteries.
*ESSENTIAL *FUNCTIONS
- Plans, schedules, directs and supervises the personnel, grounds and office functions at a cemetery.
- Formulates, develops and implements short-range and long-range plans to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of cemetery operations.
- Be responsible for the overall program of maintenance, security and beautification of the district cemetery grounds and facilities.
- Selects, trains, supervises, and evaluates the performance of assigned staff.
- Prepares annual District budget, prepares Board meeting agenda packets, records Board meeting minutes, makes recommendations to trustees involving District policy and procedures, and investigates complaints and inquiries concerning the District.
- Assures compliance with legal and safety requirements, departmental policies related to cemetery operations.
- Initiates requests and recommendations concerning the purchase, repair or replacement of office and grounds equipment.
- Demonstrated customer service with sensitivity and empathy to the cemetery patrons caused by the loss of a loved one.
- Provides specialized information to personnel, patrons and others regarding cemetery rules, regulations and procedures.
MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS
*Education and Experience Any combination of experience and education likely to provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities, typically: *
- Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Accounting or closely related field.
- Five years of management experience in business management, office administration and supervision.
Knowledge, Skills, and
Abilities
*Knowledge of: *
Operational management including grounds and office
activities.
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